This stunning dinner plate combines matte black with muted gold tones, creating an eye-catching and modern design. Its sophisticated color palette makes it a versatile choice for any table setting. Durable and practical, it’s favored by restaurants in Japan and beyond. Ideal for serving sashimi, sushi, or tempura, it also works beautifully for generous servings…
This plate is remarkable for its detailed seigaiha wave pattern that covers the entire plate. The edges of the plate are trimmed like flower petals, resulting in a stunning silhouette. A charming feature of this plate is the golden depiction of Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms at its center, serving as a delightful point of…
This charming bird-shaped chopstick rest brings a delightful touch to your table. Its curved body and upturned tail create a playful yet graceful form, adding a sense of movement to your setting. Hand-painted in soft blue, it exudes a rustic warmth. Easily paired with both traditional and contemporary tableware, this piece suits everyday meals as…
A set of 5 small Japanese kobachi bowls depicting peaches and birds in Yoshidaya style. It is a perfect size for serving side dishes such as Sunomono(vinegared food) or Nimono(Simmered food). Each piece is uniquely hand-painted by a dedicated artisan of Kutani ware, making the texture of the plate warm and appealing. It comes in…
This plate features “Kuro(Black)Fuji”, said to be a twin of “Aka(Red)Fuji” by Katsushika Hokusai.Different from the majestic and generous Fuji in “Aka Fuji,” “Kuro Fuji” depicts a wild and stormy Mt Fuji with the summer cumulonimbus clouds and lightning, giving the impression of nature’s strength and dynamism. Hokusai draws many pictures with Mt. Fuji as…
Beautifully arranged in a partitioned paulownia wood box, this exquisite collection of thirty individually designed chopstick rests creates a breathtaking display the moment the lid is lifted. Each one reflects masterful craftsmanship and the rich artistry of Kutani ware. Their detailed patterns and vivid hues make them just as captivating to admire as they are…
As suggested by its name nanpu, meaning “southern winds,” this bowl features a design that evokes the feeling of a warm breeze. The brush works in blue and brown symbolizing the wind blowing, give the design a natural comfort. The slightly warped rim allows for easy stacking with bowls of the same shape, ensuring convenient storage….
This elegant kobachi small bowl is crafted by Takayama, renowned for Hasami porcelain. In the timeless blue and white of sometsuke, it features at its center an adorable rabbita lovely discovery for the diner once they’ve eaten the cuisine inside. Surrounding the sides is a traditional wari-kusabana pattern: stemmed flowers and grass separated from each…
This is an easy-to-use plate that looks great in the dining room, as is typical of MERU, which specializes in dishes suitable for professional use. Measuring 24.5cm(9.6in), it can be used to place dishes to be shared by a group of several people, or as a tray with smaller dishes stacked on top of it.The…
A pair of rice bowls decorated with brush painted cherry blossoms and falling petals. The pale pink color shines against the white porcelain base, beautifully depicting the petals dancing in the wind.In Japan, there is a culture of giving rice bowls as a gift to married couples to celebrate their marriage. It’s also perfect for…
This sauce plate features a pine tree and bird drawn in the ko-Kutani style, one of the most traditional styles of Kutani ware. Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it’s also versatile for serving cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small bites. For a more elegant presentation, you can serve small portions of food or relishes…
This is a gorgeous large plate with a “chrysanthemum split” design in old Imari style. The lines extend from the outside to the center and are decorated with different traditional patterns.” Each has its own meaning, such as “seigaiha,” “shigebishi,” and “zuiun.” “Seigaiha” (blue ocean waves) – a symbol of prosperity. “Shigebishi” (dense diamonds) –…